​GAF - Social Cultural Tourism Trips
Arts - Culture - Cuisine
See Native Guatemala - Meet the People - See the Projects
Be a part of it All

Trips that are up close, personal and highlight the beauty of Guatemala while also visiting the amazing programs GAF supports! 

- Week Long tour Starting and Ending in Guatemala City
- Two Day/One Night Tour to Rural San Jose Chacaya from Antigua or Guatemala City

​We have been working for years to get the rural Community Center with medical clinic, library, after school program and Guatemala City Parenting and Family Reunification projects started and to set a beautiful tour for you to come visit.  Your tourist dollars will result in creating jobs and supporting the programs, while having a completely unique and personal experience in Guatemala with them. So here it is!

Our custom designed social and cultural tourism trips can include this and more:

• Visit and play with the kids and staff at the existing Fatima Protective Home & School in Guatemala City.
• Experience the success of the rural education, health and parenting/family counseling outreach programs that are reuniting families, keeping families together and uplifting communities.
• See the newly constructed phases of the SOLOLA Community Center and clinic and rural villages in the lake Atitlan Region.
• Visit and learn about active indigenous Ceremonial Sites that are threatened and for which we are trying to raise money to protect forever. This is truly an amazing experience and places you could never find or visit on your own.
• See Rural School Education and Teacher Training programs. 
• Walk in undisturbed native forest land on the mountain above lake Atitlan that are part of the threatened land which we hope to help the locals protect forever. Help us fundraise to make this a gift to the world forever.
• Hike up to the overview point and breathe in the incredible view of the Volcano surrounded Lake.....called the most beautiful lake in the world.
  
  Experience all this while enjoying the amazingly beautiful country of Guatemala, its artisans, food, natural habitat, Mayan culture and incredible people!  We have amazing native tour guides and your whole itinerary ready from pick up to drop off! 
  • If you want more information about our trips, please contact us guatemalaaidfund@gmail.com. 

"It is hard to describe this unique and life changing trip" .. here are a few photos and  testimonials from our Trip Guests

Come Visit with Us!

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October 2023 Trip during Day of the Dead Celebrations

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One night overnight trip to rural community center including a hike up the Mountain for the priceless Lake Atitlan view with your native guide.

2024 Week Long trip to Rural Solola, Guatemala City Programs and Lake Atitlan

Visiting with the kids in Guatemala City!

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​Here is a Sample Itinerary for a  7 day/ 8 Night Trip

Guatemala Aid Fund – Social Cultural Tourism Trip  
SAMPLE 10-Day Itinerary :  Guatemala City – Sololá – Antigua

• Day 1  Arrive & pick up at La Aurora Airport in Guatemala City
• Day 2 Fatima’s Home School Visit/Tour - play with the children
• Day 3  Fatima’s Home School Activities and City Parenting School Tour - Meet the Directors
• Day 4 Solola - Rural Education and Outreach programs and Mayan ceremonial sites. 
• Day 5 - Hike to top of mountain overlooking lake Atitlan, visit with kids in the center/school
• Day 6 - Panajachel lake side walk & private boat ride on Lake Atitlan to small village. (Weaving tour or other tour, artisan markets & culture exploration). 
• Day 7 - Ikimche Mayan Ruins tour and Return to Guatemala City
• Day 8 -  Outing with Children or other activity in Guatemala City,
• Day 9 - Depart
• Included costs: 
• All Lodging
• All transportation & fees in Guatemala - shuttles, boat rides, village tours, ruins, parking fees
• All Meals except last night (excluding alcohol) may vary
• Walking tours and weaving tours
• Tour guides
• Ruins entrance fees  & parking
• All site parking and entrance fees 
• Activity/outings and translator

Drop offs in Panajachel can be arranged for a separate fee

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​Here is a Sample Itinerary for an Overnight to the Village of Las Minas in Sololá Guatemala

​Guatemala Aid Fund – Social Cultural Tourism Trip to Indigenous Village in Solola
SAMPLE Overnight Night Itinerary :  Guatemala City – Sololá – Antigua

          DAY 1

• Pick up at your Hotel in Guatemala City or Antigua early morning
• Head out to Sololá to stay at the Community Center and visit the Rural Education and Outreach programs
• Stop for traditional breakfast on the way
• Visit the village and nearby Indigenous Mayan ceremonial sites. 
• Learn about the Women's entrepreneurial program including the weaving cooperative and tortilla shop.
• Learn about the organic farm and sustainable practices
• Visit with the children if school is in session
• Have home cooked Guatemalan dinner at the center and spend the night
  DAY 2
• Rise early and hike to top of mountain overlooking lake Atitlan
• Visit with kids or tour the cemetary
• Head back to Antigua or Guatemala City
• Included costs: 
• One night lodging in Sololá
• Transportation
• Tour guides
• Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch 
• Walking tours 
• Activity/outings and translator

From Social Cultural Tourism Guests:

​Testimonial from Social Cultural Volunteering Tourism Trip - ​​Felipe Solano
Volunteer Engineer - on the Water Project - now forever part of all programs family

Reading with the kids in Sololá in the new library! Bring your favorite book :)

Doug Larson:  "Why I support GAF - The work they do in Guatemala is truly life changing. They directly alleviate poverty and improve the lives of children and families in desperate need with access to education, clean water, healthcare and job opportunities. Their service is deeper than just meeting physical and educational needs; GAF’s partners in Guatemala create a loving environment where children and families can truly thrive, with dignity and opportunity. In 2024 I had the privilege of joining a GAF-led trip where we worked with staff and children at centers in Guatemala City and San José Chacayá; I was blown away by the dedication of the staff and the joy in the children’s lives as they learned, played and laughed together. I also know that the leadership team in the US is wholeheartedly dedicated to service; every dollar donated goes to support the people of Guatemala"